1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Ambassador would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 156 kg more than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | AMC | Maserati |
| Model | Ambassador | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1353 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2942 mm |
